Great workouts for you and your best friend

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Even though your dog is at a healthy weight, it is much more fun when you exercise together with your four-legged friend. Accompanying your cuddly friend gives you even more motivation for top sporting performance and impetus for your health.

On days when you feel sluggish and listless, it's also hard to say “no” to such a cute, furry face. In this article, you'll read about 4 great activities that will keep you and your pooch healthy and happy.

migrate
There is nothing better than going outside with your dog. Hiking is a fantastic workout as it stabilizes muscles throughout the body to train balance on uneven terrain. Your four-legged companion will be delighted to discover new smells. Simply choose a speed that is comfortable for you and make sure you have enough water for you and your dog.

Stand Up Paddling
Stand up paddling has taken the world by storm and is a great core workout. It not only trains your balance, but sweaty paddling in the water also gives you a nice upper body. Your four-legged friend can either sit at the front of the board or swim next to you. It might be wise to invest in a dog vest in case your dog gets tired. As an addition, such vests sometimes have a handle on the back, should you want to pull it onto the board.

Throw sticks
At first, you're probably thinking: “That's more of a workout for the dog, isn't it? “, but with a little trick, throwing sticks can also have huge benefits for your health and fitness. Every time you throw the stick (or the ball, or another toy), don't just stop and wait for your dog to come back with it. They jog on the court, do a few lunges or a few push-ups. Change the exercises after each throw — so you get a balanced workout and don't get bored. The challenge here: Can you last longer than your four-legged friend?

jogging
Jogging is also a great workout that you can do together with your dog. Dogs are always in packs in the wild, so running together strengthens your bond with your four-legged friend. Start running slowly and find a pace that is comfortable for both you and your dog.

If your puppy wants to stop and smell things over and over again — don't worry! It will get used to running after a while and this ensures a smooth running workout. Perhaps you can also sign up for a 5km race, in which dogs are also allowed. A goal like this helps immensely to stay motivated for a long time and to run regularly.

Visit Holmes Place for your other workouts
If the weather doesn't play along and you have to postpone training with your dog, that's no reason to neglect your health and fitness. Here at Holmes Place, you'll find modern equipment and comfort so you can enjoy your trip.

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